NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE ACCOUNTING GRADE 12 FEBRUARY/MARCH 2018 SPECIAL ANSWER BOOK

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1 STICKER CENTRE NUMBER EXAMINATION NUMBER NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE ACCOUNTING GRADE 12 FEBRUARY/MARCH 2018 SPECIAL ANSWER BOOK QUESTION MARKS INITIAL MOD TOTAL This answer book consists of 16 pages.

2 Accounting 2 DBE/Feb. Mar QUESTION DEBTORS' AGE ANALYSIS Explain why the debtors' age analysis is considered to be an effective internal control measure. State ONE point Explain TWO different problems highlighted by the debtors' age analysis. In EACH case, provide the name of a debtor and figure(s). PROBLEM DEBTOR AND FIGURE(S) DEBTORS' RECONCILIATION CORRECTIONS TO THE DEBTORS' CONTROL ACCOUNT ON 0 NOVEMBER 2017 Balance before errors and omissions (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) Correct Debtors' Control balance 7

3 Accounting DBE/Feb. Mar DEBTORS' LIST ON 0 NOVEMBER 2017 L Nkosi (5 700 S Muller ( M Welthagen ( B Sandleni ( Correct total of Debtors' List Calculate the VAT amount that is either receivable from or payable to SARS on 1 July Nomvula has ordered goods with a marked price of R5 000 from Beta Suppliers. The sales director of Beta Suppliers, Jim Frow, has offered to sell these goods to Nomvula for R15 000, provided that they do not have to issue an invoice. Comment on the offer made by Jim. State TWO points. TOTAL MARKS 0

4 Accounting DBE/Feb. Mar QUESTION Calculate the value of the closing stock according to the FIFO method on 1 December Calculate the cost of sales. Calculate the gross profit Calculate the value of the closing stock on 1 December 2017 by using the weighted-average method. What will be the effect on the gross profit if the owner changes to this valuation method? Provide figures. 6

5 Accounting 5 DBE/Feb. Mar You are provided with information relating to Leno Furnishers. They sell tables, chairs and beds for cash only. The owner is concerned that the figures provided reflect poor internal control and decision-making. Identify ONE problem for each product. Quote figures. In EACH case, give advice on how to solve the problem. Product Problem (with figures) Advice Tables Chairs Beds 9 TOTAL MARKS 5

6 Accounting 6 DBE/Feb. Mar QUESTION.1 GLAMOUR DRESS CREATIONS.1.1 PRODUCTION COST STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY Prime cost Total manufacturing cost Work-in-process (1 March 2016) Production cost of finished goods Calculate the net profit for the year ended 28 February LIGHTING SOLUTIONS.2.1 Calculate the factory overhead cost per unit for the year ended 1 December Explain why George would not be concerned about the 28,1% increase in total variable cost from R to R

7 Accounting 7 DBE/Feb. Mar Give TWO reasons for the increase in the selling and distribution cost per unit Calculate the break-even point for the year ended 1 December Comment on the production level for State TWO points. Quote figures..2.5 Lighting Solutions are considering importing raw materials because it is cheaper and of a higher quality. Name TWO aspects that they must consider before finalising their decision. 2 TOTAL MARKS 5

8 Accounting 8 DBE/Feb. Mar QUESTION ORBIT LTD.2.1 (a) ORDINARY SHARE CAPITAL Authorised shares Issued 8 (b) RETAINED INCOME Balance on 1 July Ordinary share dividends Balance on 0 June

9 Accounting 9 DBE/Feb. Mar ORBIT LTD BALANCE SHEET ON 0 JUNE 2017 ASSETS NON-CURRENT ASSETS Fixed/Tangible Assets Fixed deposit CURRENT ASSETS Inventory TOTAL ASSETS EQUITY AND LIABILITIES SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Ordinary share capital Retained income NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES Loan: Helping Bank CURRENT LIABILITIES Trade and other payables TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 28

10 Accounting 10 DBE/Feb. Mar As a shareholder, explain your concern regarding the proposed buy-back of shares. Provide calculations to support your concern. 6. AUDIT REPORT: DF ENTERPRISES LTD..1 (a) (b) 2..2 (a) The audit report below indicates a/an (qualified/unqualified) opinion. (b) Explain why the shareholders should be concerned about this audit report. State TWO points. 1 TOTAL MARKS 65

11 Accounting 11 DBE/Feb. Mar QUESTION NO. WORKINGS AMOUNT (a) Additions to buildings (b) Total depreciation on equipment (c) Disposal of equipment at carrying value WORKINGS ANSWER Calculate the income tax paid Calculate the dividends paid Calculate the net change in cash and cash equivalents. 5. CASH EFFECTS OF FINANCING ACTIVITIES 10

12 Accounting 12 DBE/Feb. Mar Calculate the debt-equity ratio Calculate the earnings per share (in cents). 5.. Calculate the return on average shareholders' equity (ROSHE) Explain why the directors felt that the 60 cents offered on the shares repurchased was a fair price. Quote TWO financial indicators with figures The directors revised the dividend pay-out policy for the current financial year. Calculate the percentage of earnings distributed as dividends for each year to show this change.

13 Accounting 1 DBE/Feb. Mar Give ONE reason why the directors took this decision Explain why the shareholders may not be satisfied with the return they earn. Quote a financial indicator or figure(s) Apart from the dividends, identify THREE good decisions. Explain the effect of each decision on the company. Quote figures. GOOD DECISIONS (with figures) Decision 1: EFFECT ON COMPANY Decision 2: Decision : 9 TOTAL MARKS 70

14 Accounting 1 DBE/Feb. Mar QUESTION Calculate the mark-up percentage on spare parts used in the Projected Income Statement for March Calculate the % decrease in service fee income expected in April Calculate the additional space (in square metres) the business will rent from April Calculate the interest rate on the fixed deposit Comment on the control of stock and explain how Vusi intends to correct this. Quote figures.

15 Accounting 15 DBE/Feb. Mar Vusi is thinking of purchasing the business premises rather than renting it. State ONE advantage and ONE disadvantage of this option. Advantage: Disadvantage: 6..2 Vusi offers a free delivery service of spare parts to customers, but plans to discontinue this service on 1 March State TWO points to support this decision. 6.. Calculate the cost of the new vehicle that he plans to purchase on 1 April 2018.

16 Accounting 16 DBE/Feb. Mar Explain whether Water and electricity has been well controlled, or not Explain whether you agree with Vusi's decision not to use the full budget for Advertising. 6.. Explain whether Consumable stores have been well controlled, or not. 6.. Explain how Vusi's decision about the mark-up percentage on spare parts has affected the business. TOTAL MARKS 5 TOTAL: 00

NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 12

NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 12 ACCOUNTING MARCH 2018 MARKING GUIDELINES MARKS: 300 MARKING PRINCIPLES: 1. Unless otherwise stated in the marking guideline, penalties for foreign items are applied